SOA

Service-oriented architecture (SOA) is here to stay and require training!

Service-oriented architecture is both a strategy and a technology.

Technology because you are mostly using web services with XML. The interfaces are very specific while SOAP define the communication protocol.

Strategy since it is a strategic initiative from business to use functionality outside the organization to meet specific business requirements. The business thereby “outsource” specific functional requirements to the cloud or other service provider.

Simple benefits:

Foster specialization at a functional level within the business community.